One Of Those Days

Ike (my dog) has been terribly sick and I have had no idea how to help. Our fourth vet visit is on the way. My sleep has been whack. At a red light the back of my car got smashed into. And in what has felt like such chaos I've been home alone which somehow has made it more difficult. So, the other day I just had "one of those days".  I was a big grump and was definitely feeling that self pity. What do you do on one of those days? On those days my mood gets so bleak it's almost like I don't even want to be cheered up. "Nope! That's it! Day ruined!" What a silly thought.

On those days, I have been shown tender mercies. Mercies like my brother and his wife checking up on me and helping with chores. They even brought me Thai food. My other brother has helped me with insurance and such with the car.  My nana went to one of the vet appointments with me and then we went to dinner. Friends have laughed with me and included me. Music has rejuvenated me. And at night I look up at the stars and am reminded of the bigger picture. "Those days" are just a moment. Not even usually an entire day. I'm constantly reminded of love. On those days I can count on the blessings my Heavenly Father has blessed me with. Family. Friends. Music. Prayer. And this world that reminds me of beauty and perspective. It's amazing to me the love I have felt from my Savior even on those days that are hard even if they seem minor and silly. Every pain we feel matters to Him, big or small.

Are you having one of those days? If so, I'm terribly sorry. Know it will get better. Find love and you will find comfort and joy. The people in our lives have so much light cast away our gloom. There is a constant love flowing from heaven for you even in the simplest forms. Keep your head up. This crappy day will pass. Plus…there's always ice cream. I highly recommend Haagen Daz's Carmel Cone flavor. Do what you love, remember you are loved, and have a wonderful day!